Kachuban - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Kachuban is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 44.1 km from Pundibari and around 13.4 km from Cooch Behar. Madhupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachuban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachuban is 308282. The village covers a total geographical area of 191.14 hectares and falls under the 736165 pincode. Koch Bihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kachuban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kachuban
As per Census 2011, Kachuban village has a total population of 1,064 people, consisting of 543 males and 521 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 410 illiterate residents. Additionally, 715 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kachuban are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,064 | 543 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 67 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 715 | 364 | 351 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 362 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 181 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Kachuban
Kachuban is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kachuban
Kachuban is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kachuban.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koch Bihar to Kachuban is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Kachuban is about 13.4 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachuban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachuban village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kachuban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachuban village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kachuban
Where is Kachuban located?
Kachuban village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachuban?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachuban is Madhupur.
What is the pincode of Kachuban?
The pincode of Kachuban is 736165.
What is the population of Kachuban?
Kachuban has a total population of 1,064, including 543 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Kachuban?
There are 252 households in Kachuban.
What is the literacy rate in Kachuban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachuban is 61.47%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 56.05%.